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In ∆MNO, MN = 6 units, MO = 4 units and NO = 12 units....

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JAMB 1999

In ∆MNO, MN = 6 units, MO = 4 units and NO = 12 units. If the bisector of and M meets NO at P, calculate NP.

  • A. 4.8 units
  • B. 7.2 units
  • C. 8.0 units
  • D. 18.0 units
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Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation

bisector theorem:
\(\frac{|MN|}{|MO|}\) = \(\frac{|PO|}{|NP|}\)
taking the bisected angle:x and y = |ON|=12
: x+y= 12
x =  12 - y
|PO| = 12 - y
\(\frac{6}{4}\)= \(\frac{12-y}{y}\)
6y = 4 (12-y)
6y = 48 - 4y
= 4.8

Recall that x+y= 12

12 - 4.8 =7.2


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